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Bold Moves at Brass Razoo

November 2, 2011

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Social worker turned designer, Elise Vaughn, has a whole lotta bold moves, gorgeous baubles, and restyled wearables Model, Lindsey Anderson wearing the Elise Vaughn Metal Collar Necklace, $36 Elise Vaughn’s well-loved boutique, Brass Razoo, was on my list of must-visits during a trip back to Idaho this past summer. That was when I heard the news: Brass Razoo […]

Mei Vintage: Classic. Kimono. Style.

October 12, 2011

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Classic, curved lines, architectural details, and kimono prints are signature moments found in Alice Huang’s USA crafted handbags. Having grown up both in Asia and Los Angeles, and spending 10 years in Hawaii, Alice’s blend of origin and style from the Far East to West Coast have found their way into each and every hobo, cross-body, […]

Thrifting Tips from Wanderlost

August 9, 2011

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Jessica Parvin, owner of Wanderlost Clothing, shares the 411 on how to lose the label and build your personal style with thrifted finds. Whether it’s the thrill of the hunt that motivates you or an economic necessity, there are many different reasons for buying and wearing thrifted finds. For Jessica Parvin, it began as a way […]

Milwaukee Home Made

July 15, 2011

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With a low-key play list, antique sewing machines, and a studio cat named Pepper gracing the room, self-taught accessories designer, Heather Hambrecht, gave me a sneak peek inside her world of creation. Inspired by the mediums and materials she uses, Heather disconnects from duty and engages fully in the joy of making when she’s at […]

Blood Red: The Ethical Gem War

June 18, 2011

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It’s a location where access to foreigners is strictly prohibited and child labor is kept silent by government officials. Prized blood red rubies are mined here in the Mogok region of Burma, a place where 90% of the world’s rubies originate. Below is an exclusive video discreetly filmed by Al Jazeera. The mining of gems has both […]

1 Dress. 365 Different Ways.

June 16, 2011

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When Sheena at Uniform Project decided to wear the same little black dress for an entire year in May of 2009, her personal venture became a sustainable fashion journey for many joining her along the way. The challenge was, not solely to wear the same dress every day, but to reinvent it by using either […]

Americana Man Space + Music Update

June 12, 2011

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It’s my pleasure to share with you an inside look at the digs of long-time friend (and one of my favorite persons), Brandy Tudor. Originally from Bozeman, Montana, Brandy has an appreciation for the outdoors, vintage and western elements, as well as good old-fashioned rock ‘n roll. His small apartment combines cool hues that create […]

Vinyl Records Revived

June 2, 2011

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Old vinyl records hold a special place in the hearts of many despite the influx of electronic media. With a sensory experience that is tangible, they offer a sentiment that can be enjoyed by more than just the listening ear. Cover artwork can be admired while the aroma of vintage lingers… And with millions of […]

Blossom Pop!

May 20, 2011

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With bold colors and artistic flair, Lee May Foster-Wilson’s latest jewelry collection is here: Blossom Pop! Vintage elements have been combined with inspiration from the natural world in this stunning mix of bright hues and shiny surfaces. [What fun you must have, Lee May, making treats for us all to enjoy over in your little […]

The Beauty of Thrifting

April 28, 2011

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It’s a wonderful thing to be able to search for hidden treasure in the midst of another’s old goods and find something to call your own. When I enter thrift-mode, I’m all eyes on deck and ready to unearth. But this spring, I took the camera along and discovered something new: the beauty of people […]

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